1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2003 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
